scholarly journals Synthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticle-decorated cobalt nanocomposites (Co@AgNPs) and their density-dependent antibacterial activity

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
pp. 182135 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zakia Kanwal ◽  
Muhammad Akram Raza ◽  
Saira Riaz ◽  
Saher Manzoor ◽  
Asima Tayyeb ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Metallic Nanoparticles ◽  
Cobalt Acetate ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Characteristic Analysis ◽  
Density Dependent ◽  
Antibacterial Performance ◽  
Magnetic Cores ◽  
Low Concentrations

Magnetic cores loaded with metallic nanoparticles can be promising nano-carriers for successful drug delivery at infectious sites. We report fabrication, characteristic analysis and in vitro antibacterial performance of nanocomposites comprising cobalt cores (Co-cores) functionalized with a varied concentration of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). A two-step polyol process synchronized with the transmetalation reduction method was used. Co-cores were synthesized with cobalt acetate, and decoration of AgNPs was carried out with silver acetate. The density of AgNPs was varied by changing the amount of silver content as 0.01, 0.1 and 0.2 g in the synthesis solution. Both AgNPs and Co-cores were spherical having a size range of 30–80 nm and 200 nm to more than 1 µm, respectively, as determined by scanning electron microscopy. The metallic nature and face-centred cubic crystalline phase of prepared nanocomposites were confirmed by X-ray diffraction. Biocompatibility analysis confirmed high cell viability of MCF7 at low concentrations of tested particles. The antibacterial performance of nanocomposites (Co@AgNPs) against Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis was found to be AgNPs density-dependent, and nanocomposites with the highest AgNPs density exhibited the maximum bactericidal efficacy. We therefore propose that Co@AgNPs as effective drug containers for various biomedical applications.

scholarly journals A GREEN APPROACH FOR THE SYNTHESIS OF DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM, MESOPOROUS SILICA GRAFTED ACRYLAMIDE –β- CYCLODEXTRIN COMPOSITE, FOR THE CONTROLLED RELEASE OF CURCUMIN

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 372
Author(s):  
Manohar D Mullassery ◽  
Noeline B Fernandez ◽  
Surya R ◽  
Diana Thomas
Keyword(s):  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Controlled Delivery ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
In Vitro Biocompatibility ◽  
Green Approach ◽  
Solvent Free Conditions ◽  
Good Biocompatibility ◽  
Biocompatibility Study

Objective: The scope of the present study was the preparation and characterization of a novel composite acrylamide β-cyclodextrin grafted 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane bentonite (AMCD-g-APSB), for the controlled delivery of curcumin (CUR).Methods: AMCD-g-APSB, was synthesized by solvent-free conditions using microwave irradiation. The structure and surface morphology of the composite was established using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, thermal analysis, etc.Results: The swelling percentage of the composite depends on both time and pH of the medium. The maximum swelling of the composite occurred at a pH of 7.4. The maximum drug encapsulation was occurring at a pH 3. About 96.5% of drug was loaded at pH 3. In vitro biocompatibility study was performed, and the result showed good biocompatibility of the composite in the concentration range 2.5–50 μg/ml.Conclusions: Drug delivery study of the composite proved that CUR could be successfully released in a controlled manner in the colon without much loses of the drug in the stomach.

A New Frontier Drug Development in Nanomedicine and Itsanti-Urolithiatic Activity of Kalanchoe Pinnata

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 444-449
Author(s):  
F. Janeeta Priya ◽  
A. Leema Rose ◽  
S. Vidhya ◽  
A Arputharaj ◽  
S. Akshana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Silver Nanoparticles ◽  
Metallic Nanoparticles ◽  
Urinary Calculi ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Tem Analysis ◽  
New Frontier ◽  
Kalanchoe Pinnata ◽  
Stock Pile ◽  
Ft Ir

Latterly, the green synthesis of metallic nanoparticles has stock pile and terminal interest over the last decade due to their idiosyncratic properties that make them felicitous in various fields of science and technology. In this study the silver nanoparticles can be manufacture by using the leaf extract of Kalanchoe pinnata plant using microwave radiation method. The nanoparticles that are synthesized by plants are non-toxic and eco-friendly and it is characterized by using UV-Visible, FT-IR , X-ray diffraction (XRD) and TEM.The crystalline natures of the synthesized silver nanoparticles were identified by XRD and its shape was confirmed by TEM analysis. Anti-urolithiatic activity of synthesized silver nanoparticles was accomplished which reduces the growth of kidney stone which was appraisal by using the In-Vitro growth of urinary calculi.

scholarly journals Preparation and Characterization of Chitosan obtained from Pacific White Shrimp Shells and its in vitro Antifungal Activity

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (10) ◽  
pp. 2515-2519
Author(s):  
Arnannit Kuyyogsuy
Keyword(s):  
Pacific White Shrimp ◽  
White Shrimp ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Vitro Assay ◽  
Shrimp Shells ◽  
Xrd Patterns ◽  
Two Peaks ◽  
In Vitro Antifungal Activity

In this article, a method for the processing of chitosan from Pacific white shrimp shells is developed which involves three steps viz. demineralization, deproteinization, and deacetylation. The samples of chitosan with more than 90% degree of deacetylation (DD%) were obtained by FTIR. This indicated that the current processing method of shrimp shells was beneficial for chitosan production. The morphology of chitosan sample was determined using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns exhibited two peaks of crystalline character approximately at 10º and 20º (2θ). The effect of 0.1% (w/v) of chitosan on the growth of Penicillium digitatum was tested by an in vitro assay and the results showed an almost complete inhibition (98% ± 0.56).

scholarly journals In vitro fusion of Acanthamoeba phagolysosomes. II Quantitative characterization of in vitro vacuole fusion by improved electron microscope and new light microscope techniques.

1978 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
pp. 217-234 ◽  
Author(s):  
P J Oates ◽  
O Touster
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Light Microscope ◽  
Fusion Reaction ◽  
Biochemical Properties ◽  
New Techniques ◽  
Vacuole Fusion ◽  
Low Concentrations ◽  
Reproducible Manner

To investigate the properties of phagolysosome (PL) fusion in Acanthamoeba homogenates, it was necessary to develop reliable methods for measuring in vitro PL fusion. The need to distinguish PL fusion from PL adhesion was met by the development of a quantitative electron microscope assay. Initial characterization of the fusion reaction by this method was followed by the development of a more rapid light microscope assay. Results obtained by the two methods were found to be in close agreement. By use of these new techniques, the in vitro PL fusion reaction was demonstrated to occur in a quantitatively reproducible manner. Under the present conditions employed, PL breakdown was not detected at any time during the in vitro incubation, while PL fusion was observed to proceed linearly for approximately 10 min, at which time the reaction ceased. Incubation of mixtures of two distinct PL types resulted in increases in hybrid PL types that were paralleled by decreases in nonhybrid PL types. The relative changes in PL concentrations observed were quantitatively consistent with PL fusion occurring randomly with respect to PL type. PL fusion was strongly inhibited by low concentrations of KF (50% inhibition at 2.7 mM), and by approximately tenfold higher concentrations of KCl, while KCN and 2,4-dinitrophenol (2,4-DNP) had little effect. In addition to further defining the nature of the PL fusion reaction in this system, these results demonstrate that, by use of the techniques described, quantitative study of the biochemical properties of this reaction is now possible.

scholarly journals Morphology andIn VitroBehavior of Electrospun Fibrous Poly(D,L-lactic acid) for Biomedical Applications

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Toshihiro Inami ◽  
Yasuhiro Tanimoto ◽  
Masayuki Ueda ◽  
Yo Shibata ◽  
Satoshi Hirayama ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Polymer Concentration ◽  
The Body ◽  
Solution Flow Rate ◽  
Apatite Formation ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Solution Flow

This work describes the fabrication, optimization, and characterization of electrospun fibrous poly(D,L-lactic acid) (PDLLA) for biomedical applications. The influences of the polymer concentration of the electrospinning solution (5, 10, or 15 wt%) and the solution flow rate (0.1, 0.5, 1.0, or 2.0 mL/h) on the morphology of the obtained fibrous PDLLA were evaluated. Thein vitrobiocompatibility of two types of PDLLA, ester terminated PDLLA (PDLLA-R) and carboxyl terminated PDLLA (PDLLA-COOH), was evaluated by monitoring apatite formation on samples immersed in Hanks’ balanced salt (HBS) solution. 15 wt% polymer solution was the most beneficial for preparing a fibrous PDLLA structure. Meanwhile, no differences in morphology were observed for PDLLA prepared at various flow rates. Apatite precipitate is formed on both types of PDLLA only 1 day after immersion in HBS solution. After 7 days of immersion, PDLLA-COOH showed greater apatite formation ability compared with that of PDLLA-R, as measured by thin-film X-ray diffraction. The results indicated that the carboxyl group is effective for apatite precipitation in the body environment.

The Construction and Characterization of Nano-FHA Bioceramic Coating on Titanium Surface

2007 ◽  
Vol 330-332 ◽  
pp. 333-336 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Xiao Cai ◽  
Ping Gong ◽  
Yi Man ◽  
Zhi Qing Chen ◽  
Gang He
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Surface ◽  
Sol Gel ◽  
Pure Titanium ◽  
Cellular Responses ◽  
Commercially Pure Titanium ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Commercially Pure ◽  
Scale Surface

This research was aimed at the construction and characterization of nano-FHA bioceramic coating on titanium surface. Nano-FHA coating was constructed on the surface of commercially pure titanium by sol-gel route. X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electromicroscope (SEM) and dissolution test was employed to characterize the obtained coating. In vitro cellular responses of osteoblasts to the coating were also evaluated by MTT assay, ALP assay and SEM observation. Conventional HA coatings and commercially pure titanium (cpTi) were taken as control. Results show the nano-FHA bioceramic coating has good crystallization and homogeneous, nano-scale surface morphology. The dissolution rate of the coating is favorable. The in vitro osteoblasts culture exhibits satisfactory bioactivity.

scholarly journals A New Frontier Drug Development in Nanomedicine and Itsanti-Urolithiatic Activity of Kalanchoe Pinnata

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (02) ◽  
pp. 444-449
Author(s):  
F. Janeeta Priya ◽  
A. Leema Rose ◽  
S. Vidhya ◽  
A Arputharaj ◽  
S. Akshana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Silver Nanoparticles ◽  
Metallic Nanoparticles ◽  
Urinary Calculi ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Tem Analysis ◽  
New Frontier ◽  
Kalanchoe Pinnata ◽  
Stock Pile ◽  
Ft Ir

Latterly, the green synthesis of metallic nanoparticles has stock pile and terminal interest over the last decade due to their idiosyncratic properties that make them felicitous in various fields of science and technology. In this study the silver nanoparticles can be manufacture by using the leaf extract of Kalanchoe pinnata plant using microwave radiation method. The nanoparticles that are synthesized by plants are non-toxic and eco-friendly and it is characterized by using UV-Visible, FT-IR , X-ray diffraction (XRD) and TEM.The crystalline natures of the synthesized silver nanoparticles were identified by XRD and its shape was confirmed by TEM analysis. Anti-urolithiatic activity of synthesized silver nanoparticles was accomplished which reduces the growth of kidney stone which was appraisal by using the In-Vitro growth of urinary calculi.

In vitro Characterization of Microspheres Containing Chemically Cross- Linked Gummy Exudates of Cochlospermum religiosum

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 217-228
Author(s):  
Vipin Kumar Sharma ◽  
Bhaskar Mazumder ◽  
Vinod Nautiyal ◽  
Prince Prashant Sharma ◽  
Yusra Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Diffusion Mechanism ◽  
Drug Carriers ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Ether Linkage ◽  
X Ray ◽  
In Vitro Characterization ◽  
Pharmaceutical Industries ◽  
Novel Drug

Background: The polymeric hydrocolloids of natural origin such as gums and mucilages have their own significance in food and pharmaceutical industries due to safety, cost, biodegradability, biocompatibility, etc. Objective: This study includes the assessment of feasibility of gummy exudates of Cochlospermum religiosum for development of microspheres through emulsification technique. Methods: The effects of exudates concentration, glutaraldehyde amount and process temperature were analyzed on particle-size and swelling dynamics of developed microspheres. The formulations were also characterized by thermal decomposition and powder X-ray diffraction technique to assess the effect of crosslinking. Results: The photomicrographs of preparations revealed the formation of microspheres with smooth, spherical and free-flowing nature. The swelling dynamics followed Fick’s diffusion mechanism for swelling media. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy showed the formation of ether-linkage after crosslinking of exudates by glutaraldehyde. The thermogravimetric curves disclosed the formation of strong bonds during crosslinking. Conclusion: The ease of gummy exudates of Cochlospermum religiosum for microspheres formation ascribed the potential of these formulations to incorporate therapeutic agent(s) to be applied as novel drug-carriers.

scholarly journals Ciprofloxacin-Loaded Gold Nanoparticles against Antimicrobial Resistance: An In Vivo Assessment

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 3152
Author(s):  
Afrah Nawaz ◽  
Syed Mohsin Ali ◽  
Nosheen Fatima Rana ◽  
Tahreem Tanweer ◽  
Amna Batool ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gold Nanoparticles ◽  
Metallic Nanoparticles ◽  
Beta Lactams ◽  
In Vitro Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Bacteria Resistance ◽  
Host Tissues ◽  
In Vivo Assessment

Metallic nanoparticles, such as gold nanoparticles (AuNPs), have been extensively studied as drug delivery systems for various therapeutic applications. However, drug-loaded-AuNPs have been rarely explored in vivo for their effect on bacteria residing inside tissues. Ciprofloxacin (CIP) is a second-generation fluoroquinolone with a broad-spectrum of antibiotic properties devoid of developing bacteria resistance. This research is focused on the synthesis and physical characterization of Ciprofloxacin-loaded gold nanoparticles (CIP-AuNPs) and their effect on the colonization of Enterococcus faecalis in the liver and kidneys of mice. The successfully prepared CIP-AuNPs were stable and exerted enhanced in vitro antibacterial activity against E. faecalis compared with free CIP. The optimized CIP-AuNPs were administered (500 µg/Kg) once a day via tail vein to infected mice for eight days and were found to be effective in eradicating E. faecalis from the host tissues. Moreover, unlike CIP, CIP-AuNPs were non-hemolytic. In summary, this study demonstrated that CIP-AuNPs are promising and biocompatible alternative therapeutics for E.-faecalis-induced infections resistant to conventional drugs (e.g., beta-lactams and vancomycin) and should be further investigated.

IN VITRO OSTEO-INDUCTIVE CHARACTERIZATION OF NANO-GRADE PEARL POWDERS

2011 ◽  
Vol 23 (02) ◽  
pp. 135-140
Author(s):  
Mei-Ju Hou ◽  
Chi-Jen Shih
Keyword(s):  
Inductively Coupled Plasma ◽  
Body Fluid ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Inductively Coupled ◽  
Icp Ms ◽  
Hydroxyl Apatite ◽  
Inductive Behavior

The main objective of this study is to characterize the in vitro osteo inductive behavior of pearl nano crystallites. The results obtained from X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectra, and inductively coupled plasma mass (ICP-MS) analysis demonstrate that the pearls can induce the formation of a hydroxyl apatite (HA) layer on their surface in simulated body fluid (SBF), even after only short soaking periods. Further, MC3T3-E1 cells can easily attach and spread on the pearl powders after 1 h of cultivation.

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